Nicholas J. Herbold

Nicholas J. Herbold is an Iowa attorney whose practice focuses on family law, estate planning, and business law. He works with individuals and families on legal matters that directly impact their lives and future planning.

Nicholas earned his Bachelor of Arts from the University of Iowa in 2003, majoring in Political Science and minoring in Philosophy. He later attended the University of Iowa College of Law, where he received his Juris Doctor in 2008 and graduated with distinction.

Before entering private practice, Nicholas served as a law clerk to the Honorable Mark W. Bennett of the United States District Court for the Northern District of Iowa. This role provided valuable experience in federal court procedures and legal research.

Nicholas began practicing law in private practice in 2010. His work focuses on legal matters involving family relationships, estate planning strategies, and business issues that require thoughtful legal guidance and careful planning.

Nicholas is also a certified mediator. He conducts mediation sessions in Iowa City and via remote platforms, helping individuals and families resolve disputes through cooperative, structured discussions outside traditional litigation.

Earlier in his career, Nicholas gained experience through several legal and government roles, including work with the Johnson County Attorney’s Office, the Pendleton Law Firm, and the United States Senate Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry.

Through his legal practice and mediation work, Nicholas J. Herbold assists clients with legal matters affecting their families, property, and businesses, focusing on practical solutions and constructive outcomes.

Law Office Affiliations

• Attorney, Herbold Law PC
• Former Partner, Pendleton & Herbold LLP
• Member, Iowa State Bar Association

Licensed State

• Iowa

Education

• University of Iowa College of Law
  Juris Doctor (J.D.)
• University of Iowa
  Bachelor of Arts (B.A.)

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